Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1USD = 156.87JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Best time to visit
MAR - MAY
Cherry blossoms and mild weather enhance coastal town visits.
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Top things to do in Niigata
Yuzawa Private Ski Lessons in English, Chinese, and Thai (with round-trip transfer)
Beginner-friendly
English guided
Morning departure
5-7 hrs
Private group
Free cancellation
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From
US$ 218.79
[Gunma Rural Fun Tour] Fukiaware Falls & Harada Farm Fruit Picking & Lavender Flower Sea/Skiing/Ikaho Onsen Day Trip (From Tokyo)
English guided
Free cancellation
US$ 79.69
Yuzawa Nakazato Snow Resort Lift Ticket with Gear Rental
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US$ 55.05
Fall deal
Klook's choice
Gunma Day Trip: Autumn Fukiware Falls Maple Viewing/Winter Tambara Ski Park Snow Play & Fruit Picking Experience (Departing from Shinjuku, Tokyo)
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
US$ 48.65
Fall deal
Gunma Harada Farm & Tambara Snow Park Full-Day Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
US$ 55.79
Yahiko Park & Niigata Station Full-Day Bus Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
US$ 75.69
Echigo-Tsumari Art Tour: Satoyama & Modern Art Experience in Niigata
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
US$ 254.99
Harada Farm Fruit Picking & Fukiware Falls & Tambara Lavender Park/Ikaho Onsen/Tambara Ski Resort Day Trip (From Tokyo)
English guided
Free cancellation
US$ 79.69
Niigata Full-Day Customizable Private Tour with Seafood
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
US$ 14.35
Niigata Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
Private tour
English guided
Private group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
US$ 382.49
Niigata: Niigata Ichiryu Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting
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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
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US$ 127.49
Journey JP docs
English guided
Morning departure
7+ hrs
Private group
Free cancellation
US$ 1,195.25
Transport in Niigata
JR Whole Japan Rail Pass
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US$ 321.39
Fall deal
JR Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass
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US$ 128.75
JPY2,800 off
Niigata car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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From
US$ 36
Tokyo - Niigata Night Bus
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From
US$ 44.65
Hotels in Niigata
Court Hotel Niigata
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US$ 29.21
Hotel Global View Niigata
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US$ 46.20
20 off
APA Hotel & Resort Niigata Ekimae Odori
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US$ 49.87
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Hotel Okura Niigata
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US$ 42.41
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Hotel Nikko Niigata
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US$ 68.96
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ART HOTEL Niigata Station
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US$ 36.33
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Hotel Sunroute Niigata
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US$ 32.00
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Hotel Livemax Niigata Ekimae
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US$ 23.18
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Dormy Inn Niigata
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US$ 58.54
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ANA Crowne Plaza NIIGATA by IHG
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US$ 85.91
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Niigata Daiichi Hotel
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US$ 61.52
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Niigata Keihin Hotel
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US$ 25.78
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Reviews of Niigata activities
Wang ********
2026-02-02 08:16:49
The tour leader was great and emphasized the importance of being on time, mentioning that the bus would leave otherwise. This reminder was very helpful, and everyone was on time today, February 2nd. Lunch was delicious. The snow tubing and sledding in the morning were a lot of fun. The weather was great, with light, fine snow falling. We had a lot of fun. The strawberries were delicious, and we ate so many we were stuffed. The tofu skin making experience in the afternoon was fantastic. It was my first time making tofu skin myself, and it was a lot of fun. Today's itinerary was wonderful. We were constantly eating and on our way to eat, haha. It was an excellent trip. The tour leader and guide were Taiwanese, very helpful, and helped me take photos. They were very nice. This trip was great, and I recommend it to anyone who wants to play in the snow.
chan *********
2026-03-27 13:17:55
Many thanks to Mr. Gao Hongmiao for his meticulous and patient care. He made every part of our itinerary today incredibly smooth! ♥️ Although we didn't go to the waterfall, we saw the cherry blossoms in full bloom and caught the tail end of winter. In one day, we experienced the spring of blooming cherry blossoms, enjoyed all-you-can-eat freshly picked strawberries, and saw the pure white snow that only appears in winter. Plus, we were back in Tokyo by 6 PM, with time to shop at the mall. We did so much in one day; it was truly great value for money, and I highly recommend it.
Chan *****
2026-03-02 04:51:06
We arrived 1.5 hours earlier to rent and put on the snow wear. The staff from rental shop would prepare the equipment for you. The quality is good. The instructions were not very clear but there would be a staff from the YUZAWA INTERNATIONAL PRO SNOW SCHOOL to pick you up eventually from the shop so waiting inside the shop is fine. The staff drove us to the Iwappara Ski Resort and met the coach. He introduced the coach from Taiwan to us. The staff and the coach are nice and friendly. We did some warm up and learned how to use the snowboard and the basic skills. We enjoyed the lesson and it was a good experience for beginners.
San *******
2026-05-28 12:37:39
We had an enjoyable day trip exploring the key highlights of the Echigo-Tsumari Art Field. As the various art installations are scattered across the area and not easily accessible, this tour is recommended for those who would like to visit the art field but do not drive. Our guide, Shima-san, was knowledgeable and personable. She not only shared her knowledge about the art installations, she also shared interesting anecdotes about Niigata.
Klook 用戶
2026-06-03 13:48:41
Transportation convenience: Very convenient, just two traffic lights from the station.
Hotel location: City center.
Breakfast: Acceptable.
Cleanliness: The room wasn't cleaned on the second day. Cleaning fees might be higher, but it's fine if you clean it yourself. There's a pool available, but don't expect too much as it's not a standard pool.
LAI ********
2026-06-21 03:18:21
love the convenience with JR pass as it connects all the places of interest via Shinkansen. Juz that it’s getting more and more expensive… news reported it’ll increase price again this October so I better use it now 😂Klook has made purchase easy and convenient. I received the pass in less than 5days via DHL 👍🏻
LeeLei ****
2026-03-17 05:37:05
"Extremely useful pass! It covers the Shinkansen and Nohi Bus, making travel much cheaper and easier than buying tickets trip-by-trip. You can book your entire Shin-Osaka to Hokuriku route at the counter in advance. A major plus is the inclusion of six reserved seat bookings—more than enough for most trips, as I only used four for my entire journey."
Daisy *****************
2026-06-27 05:55:16
I had a great experience with the night bus. Very convenient, spacious and on time. We were able to sleep comfortably throughout the trip.
Niigata at a glance
Quick facts about Niigata
General info
What to know before visiting Niigata
Quick snapshot of Niigata’s attractions and seasonality
Niigata draws most Klook bookings for Tours and cultural experiences, and the city’s visitor rhythm is highly seasonal with a strong winter peak. Expect winter activity to dominate bookings while the rest of the year sees much lighter demand.
Best months to visit and how prices move
According to Klook booking data, the busiest month is February while demand drops to its lowest in September. Prices move differently from demand: Klook data shows prices peaking around September and drifting down through the winter into January, which is typically the cheapest month. For lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for January or other winter months outside February; travellers seeking peak-season atmosphere should target February when demand is highest.
Tips for travellers from the Philippines
Most travellers from the Philippines on Klook book roughly five days in advance, so a short planning window usually works well. If you’re visiting in February—the busiest month—consider locking in popular tours a few days earlier to secure your spot; for quieter months you can be more flexible and book a day or two ahead.
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